Materials Engineers Salary in Central North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,070 -25.2% vs national
Median hourly $38.98
10th percentile $76,560
90th percentile $130,800
Employed locally 50
National median $108,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $76,560
    25th
    $76,560
    50th (median)
    $81,070
    75th
    $89,700
    90th
    $130,800

    Top-paying metros for Materials Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $151,260
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $147,080
    Boulder, CO $141,320
    Washington $140,810
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $140,810
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $140,180

    Related occupations in Central North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $93,060
    Mechanical Engineers $86,090
    Civil Engineers $90,490
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,780
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $46,600
    Electrical Engineers $97,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Materials Engineers make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Materials Engineers in Central North Carolina is $38.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.88 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Materials Engineers salaries?

    The median Materials Engineers salary in Central North Carolina is 25.2% below the national median of $108,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Materials Engineers in Central North Carolina?

    Entry-level Materials Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $76,560 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,560.